South Dakota's behavioral health sector saw 18 new and updated provider profiles in the latest CMS NPI registry update, accounting for a fraction of a percent of the national total. This small cohort, comprising 12 individuals and 6 organizations, points to a limited but active behavioral health landscape concentrated primarily in Sioux Falls.
Credential Mix
Among the new registrants, the ABA field is represented by 5 Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and 1 Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). This creates a 5-to-1 ratio of direct-care staff to supervisors, a healthy balance for ensuring quality oversight. Other credentials in the update included counselors and social workers. It is important to note that 6 providers listed multiple taxonomies, so some individuals may be counted in more than one specialty.
Workforce Demographics
The gender breakdown among individual providers is stark: all 12 identified as female, representing 100% of the individual cohort. On the organizational side, Avel eCare Medical Group was a notable presence, registering three distinct entities. This data suggests a small but structurally sound expansion of the ABA workforce, though overall provider density in the state remains low.